Nationality: The applicant for admission should be a Resident Indian National and should have graduated from colleges located in India.

Candidates should have graduated with a full-time degree from any recognized University with a minimum aggregate of 60% for MCA and 50% for M.Tech. degree programmes.

Consistent Record in X Std. and XII Std. is required.

Candidates appearing for their final degree exam / final semester exam in the April / May 2008 are also eligible to apply.

Candidates should have completed their final Semester/year exams before the selection interview at VIT University.

It is compulsory for candidates selected to produce their final year marks’ statement and Provisional degree certificate before August 15th, 2008, failing which, their admission will stand cancelled.

For special Academic Requirements to each programme visit: http://www.vit.ac.in/admissions/admissions-index.asp

ADMISSION PROCEDUREAdmission to both MCA and M.Tech programmes will be based on the Candidates performance in the Entrance Examination conducted by VIT University on 1st June 2008.

The names of short-listed candidates selected to attend an interview will be published in our website: www.vit.ac.in on 12-06-2008.

Candidates selected to attend the interview will be informed of the date and time through the website and also through SMS if mobile number is provided.

Candidates selected would have to pay a non-refundable deposit of Rs.10,000 at the time of the interview as an advance. This amount would be adjusted against their first year’s fee.

This amount should be paid by way of a Demand Draft drawn in favour of “VIT University”, payable at Vellore.

Candidates who fail to pay the advance at the interview will not be considered eligible for Admission.

General informationPreference will be given to GATE qualified candidates with high GATE scores. However, candidates are advised to attempt the entrance examination to be on the safer side.

The stipend for GATE qualified candidates will be considered depending upon the sanction from AICTE.

Merit scholarships will be awarded to the toppers in each branch after reviewing their performance in the University exam conducted at the end of the first year.

There are few seats reserved for candidates sponsored by Research Organisations / Industries in theM.Tech degree programmes.

THE ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONThe VIT Masters Entrance Examination will be held on Sunday, 1st June 2008.

The duration of the Entrance Examination will be 2 hours.

The Entrance Examination will be held from 10.00am to 12 noon.

The Application Forms will be issued from 31-03-2008 to 10-05-2008.

For the M.Tech.– Nanotechnology programme, a stipend of Rs.5,000/- per month will be given to 20 with high GATE score candidates. In addition to that Rs.25,000/- will be given as contingency under DST-Nanotechnology initiative programme.

For the M.Tech.– Sensor Systems Technology, 5 selected students will be on training with University of Applied Sciences, Karlsruhe, Germany (1 year study at VIT and 1 year at UASK and receives degrees from both Institutes) under DAAD Fellowship. Preference will be given to those candidates with high score in VITMEE or GATE.

Teaching Assistantship of Rs.60,000/- per annum will be given for top ranking M.Tech. Candidates.

The Main Brochure and the Information Brochure for the MCA / M.Tech. degree programmes, along with the necessary enclosures which include the Application Form and a printed self-addressed envelope, can be obtained against cash payment of Rs.900/- from the designated branches of the GPOs / HPOs as mentioned in the website: www.vit.ac.in

Candidates can obtain the application form from the VIT University at Vellore or from the Administrative Office, New No. 6, (Old No. W-73), Second Street (Opposite Towers Club), Anna Nagar, Chennai-600040 (Phone: 044-42016555 / 65480555, Fax: 044-26222555), by handing over a Demand Draft for Rs. 900/- drawn in favour of “VIT University” , payable at Vellore. Candidates can also obtain the application form through post by sending a Demand Draft for Rs.900/-drawn in favour of “VIT University”, payable at Vellore, with a covering letter addressed to “Admissions Officer” , VIT University, Vellore-632014, requesting for the application form and indicating their complete postal address. On receipt of the DD, the application form with the enclosures will be sent by post. The postal charges will be borne by the Institute. Candidates should write their name and address on the reverse of the DD.

Your application should be sent through either Registered Post/ Speed Post in the self addressed envelope provided by VIT.

Returning the Completed Application FormThe application form duly completed should be first checked if all the items have been correctly filled and appropriate codes indicating the exact choice have been put in the right spaces provided against each. You are advised to go through the checklist available on the inside front cover of this brochure and also see that you have adhered to the instructions for completing the computerized OMR application form (Section: 14) in the brochure before mailing the application.

Your application along with the other enclosures should be sent through either Registered Post/ Speed Post only in the self-addressed envelope provided by VIT so as to reach positively by 10-05-2008.

Sunday, March 30, 2008

Post Graduate Diploma in Systems Management & Masters in Information Technology About the ProgrammePost Graduate Diploma in Systems Management (PGDSM) & Masters in Information Technology (MIT) is a unique program offered by SPJIMR in collaboration with Virginia Tech (VT), USA. This unique collaboration resulted in the pioneering concept of PGDSM MIT, a two year globally focused dual degree program in systems management, which has now established its firm footing in the industry.

The program leads to

Post Graduate Diploma in Systems Management (PGDSM) regarded highly by Top Indian IT companies

Masters in Information Technology (MIT) from Virginia Tech, US ranked 9th in US. This gives participants edge to get placements in US and Europe not withstanding visa restrictions enforced from time-to-time.

The program aims to prepare business leaders for IT and consulting organizations who can understand business requirements from both the general management and functional perspective. The pedagogy drives participants to enrich themselves with knowledge of industry domains, emerging trends & challenges and provides a focus towards optimum business solutions delivery.

Pedagogic Process

The curriculum has been enriched with inputs in General Management, Functional Management, and Business Solutions by continuously incorporating views from the industry. The management inputs from SPJIMR blended with the technical inputs from the Pamplin College of Business & Virginia Tech., helps PGDSM MIT become one of the finest systems management programs in the country.

Faculty from the Pamplin College of Business (Virginia Tech's B-school) and Virginia Tech College of Engineering, visit SPJIMR's campus and impart the best and latest IT management and technology education. They bring along with them their vast experiences in their chosen field which enriches the curriculum and makes PGDSM MIT a globally focused program.

The overwhelming response from the blue-chip companies and conglomerates, both national and international, have been, encouraging and rewarding, by way of wide scale acceptance of the PGDSM MIT batches as evident from their outstanding placements.

The SPJIMR Advantage

SPJIMR is not affiliated to any university and is completely autonomous. This status has given the institute the ability to utilize academic freedom to develop trend-setting educational programs and pedagogic processes with long-term benefits for all stakeholders. SPJIMR also has entrepreneurial agility that has made it the only self-financed institute to be among the top ten in the country.

The guiding philosophy of SPJIMR is influencing practice, here and now and promoting value based growth. The Institute has an enviable track record of recognizing the needs of the society and quickly and aptly responding by offering high quality relevant programs. And, to cap it all, SPJIMR has the locational advantage of being in Mumbai, the commercial capital of the country.

Admission Process for PGP(SM)-MIT (formerly PGDSM-MIT) 2008-2010:

Applications are to be filled online only. The Application processing fee is Rs.1000 and can be paid by Demand Draft / Cheque payable at par at Mumbai favouring 'S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research'. The same should be sent to the Admissions Coordinator.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates need to fulfill four years of graduate education (a total of 16 years of formal education) in any one of the following forms:-

Engineering degree or

Three year Bachelors degree with Maths as a subject/major plus a one year diploma/certificate Selection Process:

Test score: CAT 2007 or XAT 2008 or GMAT (taken in 2007/2008). Selection will be based on:

Test Scores (CAT/XAT/GMAT)

Continuous Good Academic Record

Work Experience

Outstanding Achievements

Extra Curricular Activities

Candidates who clear the first round will appear for a second round on the same day.

Please note: All admissions to SPJIMR are strictly on merit basis. There is no management quota. The entire admission process is on qualification basis and no intervention is possible. DO NOT PAY ANY MONEY to people promising you admission at SPJIMR. Please bring such claimants to our notice for strict action.

Important Dates

PGP(SM)-MIT (Residential Program of 2 year duration). Batch starting July 2008 Last date for Applications April 30th, 2008 Tentative date for Shortlist 1st Week of May, 2008 Tentative date for Interviews 3rd Week of May, 2008 Tentative date for Start of Program 1st Week of July, 2008

Apply Online

The applicants must use the online method to apply. visit-www.spjimr.org Fee Structure

Virginia Tech Component (USD) - $9500. This is payable in two equal instalments of $4750 each.

SPJIMR has made arrangements for educational loan facilities for PGP(SM)-MIT participants with State Bank of India. They have indicated that if the loan is availed from their Andheri Branch in Mumbai, the tentative interest rate will be 10% p.a. up to the loan amount of Rs. 4 lacs and 10.25% thereafter. The participants can send the form along with the required papers to SBI's Andheri Branch. The papers will be processed by them and if loan is approved, the student will have to come personally to the branch to sign papers to get the disbursement.

There is however, no restriction on availing loans from any other bank depending on the convenience of the student.

Selection Procedure: Based on Scores obtained at CAT/MAT/XAT/JMET/MH-CET. GD & PI will held on Sunday 11th May 2008.IN case of students who have not given any of the above test, then DYPCET + GD & PI will have to given. For such Students DYPCET + GD & PI will also be conducted on Sunday, 11th May 2008Prospectus & Application Forms will available on Payment Rs. 1000/- (Non- Refundable) by cash or D.D drawn in favour of " Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute of Management Studies", Payable at Navi Mumbai or can be downloaded from the website and couriered to DYPIMS at the above mentioned address with Rs.1000/- only by D.D.

Friday, March 28, 2008

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT-R) invites applications for its post-graduate and PhD admissions 2008-09.

Application process for PG programmeApplications are invited from GATE qualified candidates for admission to the post-graduate programmes leading to MTech/ MArch/ MURP for the session 2008-09. Sponsored candidates and IIT graduates without GATE are also eligible for admission.

The application form and information brochure can be downloaded from institute website from March 17, 2008 to April 17, 2008.

The filled application form should be submitted along with a demand draft of Rs 400/- for General Category or Rs 200/- for SC/ST Category, drawn in favour of "Chairman, PG Admission, IIT Roorkee" payable at Roorkee, plus fee of Rs 100/- per additional department (if applied).

The application form may also be obtained from the "Chairman, PG Admission, IIT Roorkee, Roorkee 247 667" by sending a demand draft of Rs 50/- drawn in favour of "Chairman, PG Admission, IIT Roorkee" payable at Roorkee, along with two self addressed slips which should reach latest by April 7, 2008.

Applications may also be submitted online on the institute website: www.iitr.ernet.in

Last date for receipt of filled application form (downloaded or obtained by written request or printout of the online application form as the case may be) along with application fee plus additional fee per department, if applied, is April 17, 2008.

Application process for PhD programmeApplication form and information brochure can be downloaded from the institute website or can be obtained by sending a Demand Draft for Rs 50/- drawn in favour of "Chairman, PG Admission, IIT Roorkee" payable at Roorkee.

Eligibility:The minimum Qualification for admission into the programme is a Bachelors degree with at least second division or equivalent OGPA in Agriculture or allied subjects, Veterinary Science or Dairy Technology, Food Technology from any Agricultural University or Degree in Bio Technology / Microbiology /Life Science / Commerce from any Institution recognized by the ICAR / UGC.Candidates who are yet to complete their graduation this year and are unable to submit their provisional certificate and mark sheet along with theapplication may also apply. They must, however, submit along with their application, their mark sheets/grade card indicating the cumulative marks/OGPA till the previous year/semester and also indicate the same in the application form. Their provisional eligibility will be decided based on the same. If selected, they may seek provisional admission into the programme on payment of the required fee and other charges as specified. After joining the programme, they will have to submit the provisional degree certificate and aggregate marks/OGPA latest by August 31, 2008 failing which the provisional admission will automatically stand cancelled. There will be no refund of fee paid by the students, in the event of the cancellation of their admission for the above or any other reasons or withdrawal by the student. All applicants are required to submit Xerox / attested copies of a complete set of documents as indicated in the application form, at the time of enrolment. They must produce the original documents for verification at the time of admission.Reservation:The reservation for SC, ST and Physically handicapped candidates is applicable as per the University rules, subject to meeting the other eligibility criteria for admission Selection ProcedureA multi-stage, selection procedure will be followed for admitting candidates, as described below: All applicants fulfilling the eligibility criteria for application will be invited on the basis of MAT / MANAGE / CAT score to appear for the G.D & P.I. How To ApplyThe candidates are required to apply in the prescribed Application Form available in the Department on payment of crossed demand draft of Rs. 150/- drawn in favor of ‘Comptroller of Finance, Utkal University’ payable at Bhubaneswar and a draft of Rs. 300/- in favor of ‘Centre for Agri-Management’ payble at Bhubanswar. Available of Form25th January 2008 Last Date for Issue & Submission of Application Form : 15th June 2008.Documents Required at the time of AdmissionThe originals of all the documents (mentioned below) along with College Leaving Certificate Three Photographs (Stamp Size color) Migration Certificate (for students from other Universities). Undertaking form duly signed. Relief order (in case of employees) from the competent authority Two bank drafts for submission as specified in Annex-1

Thursday, March 27, 2008

A candidate who has passed final B.H.M.S. Examination or equivalent qualification in Homoeopathy included in the second schedule to the Act after completing 1 year compulsory rotating internship.

Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine and surgery or equivalent qualification in Homoeopathy included in the second schedule to the Act after undergoing a course of study of not less than 2 years duration (Graded degree)

A candidate who has completed 1 year compulsory internship or is likely to complete the same on or before 08/07/2008 to can appear for APGH-CET-2008.

Eligibility for M.D. Homoeopathy External Course:

(Subject to Permission From CCH/ AYUSH/MUHS)

A candidate who possess Degree mentioned in para 4 or has passed the final examination of a Diploma Course in Homoeopathy of not less than four years and fulfils any of the following conditions shall be the eligibility for admission to the examinations as an external candidate.

(a) Holds a full time regular post not below the rank of Assistant Professor.

OR

(b) Has teaching experience of not less than seven years in a recognized Homoeopathic Medical College.

OR

(c) Has ten years professional experience from the date of registration

CONDUCT OF APGH-CET 2008

All the eligible candidates are required to take the APGH-CET-2008 at their own cost.

The APGH-CET 2008 will be conducted on 20/04/08 between 2.00 PM – 5.00 PM.

The APGH-CET-2008 will be conducted in Mumbai city only.

The examination will be conducted in the English language.

APGH-CET-2008 paper will be of three hours duration containing 250Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ). Questions will be of single best response objective type with four answer options. Each correct response shall be awarded one mark. There shall be no negative marking for wrong answers. Scratching, overwriting, tick mark multiple answers will be considered as wrong answers and no marks be awarded to them.

The Common Entrance Test shall be of the standard of B.H.M.S. Examination and shall cover all the subjects of B.H.M.S. Course. The tentative number of questions of each subject will be as given below:

1. Organon of Medicine & Homoeopathic Philosophy 25

2. Homoeopathic Repertory 25

3. Homoeopathic Materia Medica 25

4. Medicine (Gen- Medicine, Pediatrics, Psych.) 35

5 Preventive & Social Medicine 20

6. Surgery(Gen Surgery,ENT,Ophthalmology,Orthopedic) 20

7. OBGY 20

8. Anatomy 10

9. Physiology 15

10. Pharmacy 25

11. Forensic Medicine & Toxicology 15

12. Pathology 15

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250

RESULT:

The Competent Authority shall conduct APGH-CET-2008, get the answer- sheets evaluated and prepare the Merit list.

The statement of marks of the candidate indicating marks obtained and merit number of the candidate will be dispatched by Post.The candidate who wants duplicate mark sheet will have to apply to the Competent Authority with prescribed fees of Rs.1,000/- (Rupees One Thousand Only) paid by D.D. drawn in favour of AMHMCM payable at Mumbai.

There will be no rechecking/revaluation of the answer sheets. However the candidate can apply for verification of marks to the Competent Authority APGH-CET-2008 through Dean/Principal of respective Notified Center by 22/05/08 in prescribed form (Annexure D) along with prescribed fees of Rs. 1,000/- (Rupees One Thousand Only) to be paid by Demand Draft in favor of “AMHMCM” payable at Mumbai.

The final mark list will be put up on the website by 27/05/08

MERIT LIST

To be eligible for selection to 85% of the seats in PG Homoeopathy Courses a candidate must have scored not less than 50% of the marks at APGH-CET-2008. (This is subject to modification by the Pravesh Niyantran Samiti).

15% of the seats (NRI) will be filled in by the management from candidates fulfilling the norms as laid down by the CCH

TIE-BREAKER: In case of two or more candidates obtaining equal marks in the APGH-CET-2008, the inter-se merit of such candidates will be determined in the order of preference as under:

A candidate with two years rural experience will be preferred with respect to one seat per subject as per the CCH regulations.

The Candidate with more aggregate marks (converted into

percentage) at First, Second, Third & Fourth B.H.M.S. Examination taken together shall be preferred. If the tie still persists.

The candidate with more aggregate marks (converted into percentage) at Final B.H.M.S. Examination will be preferred. If the tie still persists.

The candidate with more aggregate marks (converted into percentage) at Second B.H.M.S. Examination will be preferred if the tie still persists.

If the tie persists, the older candidate will be preferred.

The statement of marks of the candidate indicating Merit Number, Name, Marks Scored, will be dispatched on the address filled in the application form by the candidate.

In case of any typographical error in mark sheet e.g. Name, Age, Sex Category, etc., representation should be submitted within 24 hours from the date of distribution of mark sheet to the Competent Authority, AMHMCM, Mumbai.

10 SELECTION PROCESS

The selection to a Course/College will be made as per Merit-Cum-Preference given by the candidate.

Rules pertaining to Caste-based Reservation applicable in the State of Maharashtra will determine the selection process with respect to the reserved seats. The selection process shall be as follows:

The Preference form shall be given to the candidates immediately after

the APGH-CET-2008 is over at the examination centre itself.

Eligible candidates from APGH-CET-2008 Merit List will be required to fill in the “Preference Form”. The preference form should be submitted directly to the office of the AMHMCM on or before 03/06/08. Preference form received after 03/06/08 will not be considered. The Preference filled by the candidates will be centrally processed and the final merit list prepared. As per the Merit-cum-Preference the selection to be made and the list of selected candidate will be declared on the website. As per the declared Selection List the candidates should report to the allotted college and join in the specified period.

Wednesday, March 26, 2008

Eligibility Criteria The Pre-Doctoral Programme invites diversity among scholarly candidates. To this end, a variety of personal and professional backgrounds is expected to be represented among the student body. Eligible students could range from individuals with prior experience in management and/or industry to those newly graduated from top-notch undergraduate and graduate programmes in areas such as Commerce, Economics, Engineering, or Mathematics.

Potential candidates should have consistently excellent academic records with a strong quantitative focus. They should demonstrate a strong interest in a research career in business management.

Application Process The deadline for application is May 31, 2008. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

All complete applications will be carefully reviewed, and selected candidates will be called for personal interviews. Final decisions will be made and intimated to the candidates by July 15, 2008.

After applying, a candidate can check the status of her/his application by accessing the programme website.

Fees and Financial Aid The annual cost of tuition for the Pre-Doctoral Programme is INR 5,00,000.

The ISB is committed to providing financial assistance to deserving students admitted into this programme. Academic fellowships will cover the tuition fees and boarding expenses. In addition, the admitted students will receive partial funding from research and teaching assistantships.

Tuesday, March 25, 2008

Applications are invited for admission to the Post M.Sc. Junior Research Fellowship programme in Biophysical Science of the Institute. The 2008-2009 session will start in August 2008.

Research in interdisciplinary areas of Biology and Chemistry are done in Crystallography & Molecular Biology, Biophysics & Chemical Sciences Divisions, Structural Genomics Section & Electron Microscopy Facility of the Institute. For further details please see SINP Home Page/Biophysical Sciences.

WHO CAN APPLY?

Any students about to complete or having just completed Master's degree in Physical/Chemical/Biological Sciences (with any two of Physics/Chemistry/Mathematics at the Bachelor's degree level and at least 55% marks at all levels)

HOW DO WE SELECT?

The selection will be based on commendable academic records, written examination and interview. The written examination will test the candidate's General Aptitude and basic knowledge in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology. NET qualified Candidates with CSIR or UGC Fellowship may be directly called for interview provided they fulfill the minimum essential qualifications. Physics students who have qualified in JEST 2008 and have interest in Biophysical Sciences can also appear in the interview directly. All the candidates have to apply according to the prescribed format. Further information is available on our website.

HOW TO APPLY?

Application form can be downloaded visit www.saha.ac.in OR application could be made on a plain A4 size paper mentioning the following points in BLOCK LETTERS: Full Name, Address mentioning State and PIN, Alternative Address (if any), E-Mail Address, Phone Number, Sex (M/F), Date of Birth (dd-mm-yyyy), Detailed Academic Qualification starting from Secondary Examination with name of Board/University, Subjects, % Marks, etc, Qualified for CSIR/UGC Research Fellowship (Yes/No), Qualified for JEST, 2008 (Yes/No) and Other Relevant Information (about Scholarships, etc, if any) and Signature with Date. Application forms, duly filled along with photocopies of relevant documents, must reach Establishment Section, Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics, 1/AF Bidhannagar, Kolkata 700 064, by March 31, 2008.

FELLOWSHIP AND HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION

The fellowship is Rs. 12,000/-per month for the first two years and Rs. 14,000/-per month thereafter with a fixed book grant of Rs. 3000/- after one year. Hostel accommodation will be available. Medical benefit and House Rent Allowance as per rules will also be admissible.

TRAVEL ALLOWANCE

Candidates called for the Admission Test will be reimbursed return second class railway fare from their normal place of residence on production of railway ticket and will be paid haltage charge @ Rs.100/-, if applicable as per the rules of the Institute.

Asso-CET-2008 will be held in the form of multiple – choice questions. The answer sheets are assessed by scanning with the help of computers. The admissions will be on the basis of merit in Asso-CET-2008 conducted by Association.

Students appearing for ASSO-CET 2008 can now apply online. The procedure for applying online is simple and easy . Please follow the steps as mentioned below:

1. How to apply :

The application form will be available to you on the website. You can click on the Application Procedure tab from the Main Menu on your Home page and then click on Online Application. Alternately, you can directly go to Online Application icon on the Home Page. Fill in the application form with your complete details. You will also be required to upload a recent color photograph along with a scanned signature image. All the fields that have been provided are compulsory. Make sure that you re-check all the information you enter. Incorrect or misleading data in the form will result in the rejection of your application. On filling the application form, you need to click on the text box indicating that you accept the terms and conditions of AMUPMDC. You may wish to change some information that you provide. In that case, click on reset. If you are sure about the authenticity of the information that you provided, proceed by clicking on Submit.

2. Payment :

After your form has been submitted, you will be required to make a payment. The Examination & Application processing fees are Rs.2000.00* (*Plus Tax & surcharge of Rs 119.10 applicable). You will be asked to fill in details like your address and mode of payment. You can make the payment using :

a. Credit Cards b. Net Banking c. Itz Card (Log on to http://www.itzshop.com for more details)You will be required to purchase Itz Cash Cards. These cards need to be merged into a single card. Log onto http://www.itzcards.com for details or to purchase these cards online. Alternately, you can Call 1901-345-7575 (from MTNL or BSNL lines) for home delivery of Itz Cash across the country.

d. Mobile Payments

You can select any one method for making the payment. Ensure that you provide accurate details in order to ensure a smooth completion of the transaction. On completion of all formalities, make sure to re-check the information that you provided and then click on submit to proceed. PLEASE CLICK ON THE SUBMIT BUTTON ONLY ONCE. You will receive a confirmation stating that the payment procedure has been completed successfully.

3. Confirmation :

On successful completion of the transaction, you will get a confirmation of your payment. We shall provide you with your registration details. This shall include your Order No, Application No etc. You will also receive two Email notifications.

Payment details and confirmation Registration details * Faliure in Transaction: If your transaction fails or is incomplete, you will be sent a mail immediately containing all details of your failed transaction.

Logging into the website : 4. You can login to the site using your Application No and Date-of-birth. You can view your admit card and results of your entrance exam here. Admit Card and statement of marks will be available after a certain dates. You can check the notice Board on the website for periodic updates.

ELIGIBILITY

A candidate will be eligible for admission to Health Science Courses i.e. MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BPTh, BOTh, BSc-Nursing for the academic year 2008–09 on fulfillment of the following conditions:

The candidate may be an Indian National / NRI / Foreign National. The candidate is required to produce proof in support of his/her Nationality from a District Magistrate, Additional Magistrate or Metropolitan Magistrate. School Leaving certificate of HSC/12th Std indicating the nationality of the candidate as Indian or Valid Passport also shall be considered as sufficient proof of Nationality.

The candidate must be born on or before 1st January, 1992 to be eligible to appear for AssoCET-2008. For admissions to B. Sc Nursing candidate must be born on or before 31st December 1991 as directed by Indian Nursing Council. The Secondary School Certificate (i.e. SSC) or equivalent examination certificate or the certificates of age and nationality endorsing the date of birth will constitute the valid proof.

The candidate must be medically fit and must submit a certificate of medical fitness .

Eligibility Criteria for qualifying Examination for various courses:- • For MBBS and BAMS : A candidate belonging to open category must have obtained not less than 50% Marks in Physics, Chemistry & Biology subject taken together at the HSC (or Equivalent) Examination. A Candidates belonging to Reserved Category must have obtained not less than 40% Marks Physics, Chemistry & Biology subject taken together at the HSC (or Equivalent) Examination. • For BDS and B.Sc. Nursing:- A candidate belonging to open category must have obtained not less than 50% Marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English subject taken together at the HSC (or Equivalent) Examination. A Candidates belonging to Reserved Category must have obtained not less than 40% Marks Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English subject taken together at the HSC (or Equivalent) Examination. • For BHMS, BPTh, BOTh above rules are not applicable, passing at Std. XII or HSC or equivalent examination is necessary.

No rounding off of the marks secured by the candidate will be done in individual subject or final total while converting marks of the individual subject out of 100 or total marks out of 300. For example, if the total of the marks in three subjects comes to 149 out of 300, percentage comes to 49.66 that will not qualify the candidate.

The candidates who are appearing for the qualifying examination i.e. HSC or equivalent in March/April–2008 are also eligible to appear for AssoCET-2008, provided they must fulfill the eligibility conditions under the rule mentioned above.

The eligibility conditions may vary in accordance with Judicial Pronouncements and orders issued by appropriate Authorities from time to time. IMPORTANT DATES

Availability of Brochure and Application Forms 01/03/2008 to 31/03/2008 Last date of Online Application 31/03/2008 With Late Fee of Rs. 500/- 05/04/2008 Dispatch of Admit Cards 20/04/2008 Date of Asso CET-2008 Examination Sunday, 04th May 2008 Schedule of Examination Entry in Examination Hall 02:00 pm Examination Commences 02:30 pm Examination Concludes 05:30 pm Declaration of Results on or before 15/06/2008 Application for Verification of Marks up to 20/06/2008 Final Merit List on or before 23/06/2008 Last date of submitting Filled in Preference Forms 30/06/2008 Display of 1st Selection List 18/07/2008 Last date for reporting to Allotted Colleges 25/07/2008 Submission of Status Retention Form to the College 27/07/2008 Display of 2nd Selection List for MBBS & BDS Only 12/08/2008 Last date for reporting to Allotted Colleges 20/08/2008 Submission of Status Retention Form to the College 22/08/2008 Display of 3rd Selection List for MBBS & BDS Only 06/09/2008 Last date for reporting to Allotted Colleges 12/09/2008 Cut off date for MBBS & BDS 30/09/2008

Candidates appearing for the final year Degree examination up to June 2008 can also apply. A candidate whose result of the final year of degree course is not declared at the time of admission will be admitted provisionally only after submitting a bona-fide certificate from the Head of the Institution, where he/she was regular student of the final year of the degree course. The admission of such a candidate will be confirmed only if he/she provides a proof of passing the final year degree examination with 50% marks. ADMISSION PROCEDURE

MIMA will accept all national level test scores of CAT / MAT / ATMA / XAT / MH-CET / MANAGE with 50 Percentage respectively, which may be attached to the application form and submitted to the Institute. Students may please note that all such exams shall be treated at par; such students may opt out of MET if so desired. If any student applies to MET additionally, the best out of the two scores will be considered. In any case, procuring our application form and submission of the same by due date with registration fee of Rs.1000/- is mandatory to apply to MIMA.

Release of admission list (main list and waiting list should be announced on the same day) Saturday, 19th April 2008

Date for acceptance by the candidates (time Given should in no case be less than 15 days) Monday, 05th May 2008

Last date for closing of admission ( for main list only ) Monday, 05th May 2008

Release of Waiting list (The waiting list should be Activated only on the expiry of date of mainadmission list) Thursday, 08th May 2008

Starting of the academic session Tuesday,15th July 2008

Important Documents: (To be Submitted with Admission Form)

Entrance Test result (CAT/MAT/XAT/MH-CET,MANAGE) Degree Certificate HSC Mark List SSC Mark List Work Experience Certificate Gap Certificate( if required) Two color photographs Academic Handbook:Students and parents are advised to collect students Handbook from the office, read the contents carefully, sign the undertaking form and submit the same to the registrar, MIMA.

Special Note :- An upfront fees of minimum Rs.25,000/- need to paid by the student to request bank loan documents. The same would be adjusted in the tuition fees. The last date of payment of fees by educational loan is 30th May 2008.The same has to be supported by letter from the respective bank.

a. Application form & Prospectus for the Programme of choice can be obtained in the below mentioned (4) ways: By Hand / By Post / Courier / Download of form: Send a Demand Draft for Rs.1000/- (Rupees One Thousand only) drawn in favour of MITCON INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT, PUNE. Write the name & address of the applicant on the reverse of Demand Draft.

Note: All payments made in Demand Draft / Cheque should be in favour of MITCON Institute of Management, Pune.

b. Submission of forms: All forms duly completed with mentioned (attested) documents (Ref page no 45) & filled in may please be sent to the Institute Address before the last date of submission i.e. 10th April 2008. Unduly filled application will not be acceptable.

c. In case any query, you can address your mail to: admissions@mima.edu.in or feel free to call following officials:

Thursday, March 20, 2008

BLDE University which got the Deemed University Status Recently has invited applications from the eligible PGCOMEDK-2008 candidates for the admission to PG Medical Courses of B. M. Patil Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Bijapur.

The University offers MD, MS and Super Speciality Diploma Programmes.

Important Dates:Issue of Online Applications: March 18, 2008Last Date for receipt of Application Forms: April 1, 2008

Eligibility1) Candidates must have passed in ALL subjects in which they have appeared in Class 10 (excluding optional subjects) with minimum 60% (50% for SC/ST) marks in average. Marks in Class 10 to be computed as average of marks obtained in ALL subjects in which candidate has appeared (excluding optional subjects).

2)Candidates must have passed in ALL subjects in which they have appeared in Class 12 (excluding optional subjects) with minimum 60% (50% for SC/ST) marks in average. Marks in Class 12 will be computed as average of best 5 subjects in which candidate has appeared (excluding optional subjects).

3) Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualification of any of the Universities incorporated by an act of the central or state legislatures in India or other educational institutions established by an act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University under section 3 of UGC Act, 1956, or possess an equivalent qualificationrecognized by the Ministry of HRD, Government of India/AIU. This degree must entail a minimum of three years of education (10+2+3 system) after completing higher secondary schooling (Class 12 or equivalent).

4) Candidates must hold one of the following degrees(a) BCA, or(b) B.Sc. in Computer Science / Information Technology / Electronics, or(c)B.Sc. / B.A. with Mathematics or Statistics at graduate level

5) Candidates of B.Sc. / B.A. Honours must have minimum 60% (50% for SC/ST) marks in average in their Honours subject. Candidates of other graduate courses must have minimum 60% (50% for SC/ST) marks in average in graduation, marks to be computed as average of marks obtained in ALL subjects in which candidate has appeared(excluding optional subjects).

6)Candidates with qualifications acquired through correspondence or distance-learning programmes are eligible only if they acquired such qualifications as working professionals / while in employment.

7)Candidates appearing for final examinations of their Bachelor’s programme in 2008 can also apply, and if selected can join the programme provisionally. At the time of the counselling they must bring the following:

(a) A certificate in original from the Principal of their Institute stating that by 30 June 2008, they will have appeared for examination in all subjects required for obtaining their Bachelor’s degree.

(b) A certificate from the Principal certifying that they have obtained 60% marks or equivalent (50% marks in case of SC/ST candidates) based on latest available grades / marks.

Their admission will be confirmed only when they submit the mark sheet and a certificate of having passed the Bachelor’s degree / equivalent qualification with at least 60% marks (50% marks in case of SC/ ST). They must submit proof of passing their final examinations with requisite marks by 31 October 2008. Non-fulfillment of this condition will automatically result in the cancellation of their provisional admission.

Notes:(1)Candidates with foreign diplomas should see the EdCIL website for equivalence (http://www.edcil.co.in), and if required should obtain an equivalence certificate well in advance from the evaluation division of the AIU (website http://www.aiuweb.org).

(2) In case any Board / University awards grades instead of marks, the calculation of equivalent marks would be based on the procedure prescribed by the Board / University. In case a University does not have any scheme for converting CGPA into equivalent marks, the equivalence would be established by dividing obtained CGPA with the maximumpossible CGPA and multiplying the resultant with 100.

Selection Procedure:

Online Entrance Test on 24 and 25 May 2008 at Allahabad, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai, Noida and Ranchi. It is proposed to hold the MCA 2008 Online Entrance Test at the following Test Centres - Allahabad, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai, Noida, and Ranchi - provided there are sufficient number of candidates at each of the given Test Centres. In case the number of candidates opting for a given Test Centre is less than a certain minimum, the Institute reserves the right to shift candidates to the nearest alternative Centre.

Counselling:

Counselling schedules of candidates will be based on their performance in the above Test and their choices of Place for Study, and will be notified about a week after the Test, on the Institute website - http://www.bitmesra.ac.in/ and Notice Boards only. The counselling will be held in the second week of June 2008 at Allahabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Noida, Mesra and/or Lalpur, at the addresses given below. No separate intimation will be sent to candidates. Candidates must visit website - http://www.bitmesra.ac.in/ occasionally for updates or any other matters related to the admission procedures.

Provisional selections

for the MCA programme will be based on performance in the Online Entrance Test of such candidates who have applied, provided they satisfy the minimum eligibility criteria mentioned above, due consideration being given to their choice(s) of Place for Study made in their application forms. Provisional selection lists, along with procedures for admissions, will be notified as soon as possible after the counselling, on the Institute website - http://www.bitmesra.ac.in/ and Notice Boards of the Institute / concerned Extension Centres only. No separate intimation will be sent to candidates. Provisionally selected candidates will be required to take admission by the date given, failing which vacant seats may be allotted to waitlisted candidates. The list of waitlisted candidates will also be announced on website - http://www.bitmesra.ac.in/ and Institute Notice Boards only. No separate intimation will be sent to candidates. Candidates must therefore visit website - http://www.bitmesra.ac.in/ occasionally for updates or any other matters related to the admission procedures.

How to Apply:

The MCA 2008 Application Material including the Information Brochure 2008 can be obtained from all their Centres at the addresses given below

(a) In person from 19 March 2008 to 28 April 2008 on payment of Rs. 1,200/- and

(b) By post on payment of Rs. 1,300/- (All payments by crossed DD in favour of Birla Institute of Technology, payable at Ranchi). Postal requests must be received by 22 April 2008, and must include covering letter & two slips of paper (10×10 cm) with name, address in capitals and telephone number. To apply for the programme, eligible candidates may either (a) Fill in the printed form, available with the MCA 2008 Application Material, and send the completed form with 2 photographs and photocopies of all certificates, to reach the office of the Dean Admissions, Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi 835215, by 5 May 2008, or

(b) Fill in the online application form on website - http://www.bitmesra.ac.in/, and send a printout of the completed form with 2 photographs, crossed DD for Rs. 1,200/- in favour of Birla Institute of Technology, payable at Ranchi, and photocopies of certificates by 5 May 2008, at the same address. On receipt of the completed form and DD, online applicants will be sent a copy of the MCA 2008 Application Material and Information Brochure 2008 for reference.

Important dates for online applications: The link for filling the online form will be active from 9 am on 18 March 2008 and will be closed at 4 pm on 28 April 2008.

1 Engineering/Technology : Pass or appearing in 10+2 examination of CHSE, Orissa or equivalent with Physics, Mathematics, and one from Chemistry/ Computer Science/Biology/Biotechnology or pass in 10+3 diploma course in engineering including those having less than 60% marks in aggregate from SCTE&T, Orissa or equivalent.

2 Architecture: For admission to Architecture candidates are to secure minimum 50% marks in aggregate in 10+2 Examination of CHSE, Orissa or equivalent, with Mathematics as one of the subject OR 10+3 years diploma with 50 % marks in aggregate OR International baccalaureate Diploma, after 10 years of schooling with not less than 50% marks in aggregate and with mathematics as compulsory subject of examination. All the candidates seeking admission to B.Arch course shall have valid NATA score prescribed by Council of Architecture(minimum 80 out of 200)

3 Pharmacy : Pass or appearing in 10+2 examination of CHSE, Orissa or equivalent with Physics and Chemistry and one from Mathematics/Biotechnology/Computer Science /Biology or pass in 10+3 diploma course in Pharmacy including those having less than 60% marks in aggregate from SCTE&T, Orissa or equivalent.

5 MBBS/BDS : Pass or appearing in 10+2 examination of CHSE, Orissa or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry and Biology with atleast 50% marks in aggregate in these subjects taken together (40% for SC/ST) with age between 17 and 25 years as on 31.12.2008 (relaxable up to 3 years for SC/ST candidates).

For admission to First Year Masters programme in

1 Computer Application (MCA): Pass or appearing in 2008 three years Bachelor’s Degree examination in any discipline with pass in Mathematics at 10+2 level or in +3 level.

2 Business Administration (MBA): Pass or appearing in 2008 three years Bachelor’s Degree examination in any discipline from a UGC recognized University.

For admission to Second Year Engineering/Technology, Pharmacy and HMCT under Lateral EntryPass or appearing in 3 years diploma course in Engineering, Pharmacy, and HMCT with a minimum 60% marks in aggregate from SCTE&VT, Orissa or equivalent.

For admission to Second Year Engineering/Technology under Lateral EntryPass or appearing in 2008, for the Bachelor’s Degree examination of three years duration in Science from any University of Orissa or equivalent recognised by UGC and have passed with a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate(First Division) with Mathematics at +3 level.

For admission to Second Year Pharmacy under Lateral EntryPass or appearing in 2008, for the Bachelor’s Degree examination of three years duration in Science from any University of Orissa or equivalent recognised by UGC and have passed with a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate ( First Division) with Biology at +3 level.

The ratio of distribution of seats under lateral entry for Diploma : B. Sc. is 80:20.

RESERVATIONThe percentage of seats to be reserved for different categories is subject to change and the decision of the State Government as on the date of admission will be applicable.

OUTSIDE ORISSA CANDIDATEOutside State candidates are not eligible for admission in Govt. Colleges but they are eligible for admission to Privates Colleges except private Medical (MBBS/BDS) Colleges.

Orissa JEE 2008 Important Dates

Date of Orissa JEE 2008 Examination : Sunday, May 25, 2008Sale of Application form begins on : March 19, 2008Last date of sale of application form : April 08, 2008Last date of receipt of completed application form :April 10, 2008

ORISSA JEE 2008 APPLICATION FORMS

On payment of Rs. 520/- (including Rs. 20/- as service charges) from the following branches of Syndicate Bank / State Bank of India/Post offices.

Candidates can also apply for Application Form by post on payment of A/C payee Demand Draft for Rs. 500/- drawn in favour of JEE-2008 on any nationalized bank Payable at Bhubaneswar along with a stamped (Rs.75/-) 30 cm x 25 cm Size cloth lined self addressed envelope from the Office of the Chairman, JEE-2008. Old question papers of JEE-2006 and JEE-2007 for Rs 10/- per booklet will be on sale from the following branches of Syndicate Bank only subject to availability: Angul, Balasore, Baripada, Berhampur, Bhubaneswar (Kalpana Square, Nayapalli, Vanivihar), Cuttack (Choudhury Bazar), Rourkela, Sambalpur and all branches of State Bank of India as mentioned above.visit www.jeeorissa.com

Affiliated to Cochin University of Science & Technology, Kochi for the session 2008-09 conducted at this institution.

Application form and Prospectus can be obtained from the Director, CIFNET, Fine Arts Avenue, Kochi – 16, on payment of Rs.250/- (Rs.125/- for SC/ST) by Demand Draft payable at Ernakulam only, drawn in favour of Sr. Administrative Officer, CIFNET and a self addressed and stamped(Rs.15)envelope (A4 size). Application forms can also be had in person from the Institute HQ at Kochi and Units: CIFNET Unit, 59, S.N. Chetty Street, Royapuram, Chennai - 600 013 OR CIFNET Unit, Beach Road, Visakhapatnam - 530 001 OR can be downloaded from the Institute website www.cifnet.gov.in and applied with the above fees.

Entry Qualification: 10 + 2 with minimum 50% marks in Mathematics and Science.Age limit: Minimum 16 years and Maximum 20 years as on 1st October, 2008.Intake capacity: (20 seats)Mode of selection: Entrance Test, Academic Merit in (10 + 2) and Interview.System of Teaching: Semester system of instruction with theoretical and practical exposure and a special continuous Onboard training on ocean-going fishing vessels in each semester.

Important datesLast Date of Issue of application form: 23st May 2008Last date of Receipt of filled in application: 23st May 2008Entrance Test: 08th June 2008 at CIFNET, KochiDate of Interview: 21th July 2008Date of commencement of the course: 23th July 2008 Application for admission & Hall Ticket to B. F. Sc.(N.S.)Prospectus - B. F. Sc (N.S.)visit: www.cifnet.gov.in

Sunday, March 16, 2008

CONDUCT OF NATA FOR ADMISSION TO B.ARCH. COURSE FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2008-09The Council of architecture (COA), through its academic unit- National Institute of Advanced Studies in architecture (NIASA) at Pune, has been conducting National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA). An online examination, for admission to 1st year of 5-year B.Arch. Degree Course at all COA approved architectural institutions in the country (including NITs, IITs, Government institutions, government aided Institutions, Universalities, Deemed universities and Private Universities established by a Central or State legislature and other private institutions) since academic session 2006-2007. for the current academic session i.e. 2008-09 also, nata is being conducted by COA. It shall be mandatory for every candidate seeking admission to 5-year B.Arch. Degree Course in any COA approved architectural institution in the country to obtain valid NATA score in addition to any other selection procedure whether based on common entrance examination or marks obtained in the qualifying examination. Such scores shall be valid for a period of two years throughout the Country for the purpose of admission to any architectural institution.

The evaluation through NATA is a mandatory requirement for candidates for eventual registration as an architect on successful completion of 5-year B.Arch. Degree course. It is hereby clarified that any aptitude test conducted by individual institution or by any agency or authority holding a common entrance examination where such common entrance examination is mandated shall no longer be valid for the purposes of admission to COA approved architectural institutions in such states. The eligibility criteria for admission to 5-year B.Arch. Course and for appearing in the NATA shall be as follows:

10+2 or equivalent form a recognized Board/university with Mathematics as a subject of examination with at least 50% aggregate marks. OR

10+3 Diploma (any stream) recognized by Central/State Governments with 50% aggregate marks. OR International baccalaureate Diploma, after 10 years of schooling, with not less than 50% marks in aggregate and with mathematics as compulsory subject of examination.

The admissions shall be carried out by respective State Government/Competent Authority/Association of Architectural Institutions in the State, based on the valid NATA score and marks secured in the qualifying examination in the ratio of 50:50. The prospective students are strongly advised t o confirm the approval status of institutions form COA website before taking admission.

After admissions, all institutions shall be required to submit a list of students admitted in the B.Arch. course along with their NATA score as well as marks in qualifying examination, to COA.

Friday, March 14, 2008

College or university graduates in any discipline and students awaiting their degree examination results are eligible to apply for admission to the ACJ. Although most of the students admitted will be from India, the College expects to offer a certain number of places to suitable candidates from elsewhere in South Asia and from other parts of the world.

Examination

After a careful assessment of applications, short-listed candidates will take an entrance examination on May 25, 2008. The examination will be administered in Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Kochi, New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Patna, Thiruvananthapuram and possibly other cities, depending on the number of applications received from a particular region.

The examination will be in two parts: (a) to test the applicant’s English language skills and facility and (b) the awareness of current affairs and general knowledge. It will also test the candidates’ writing ability and assess their analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Other procedures may be prescribed for candidates from abroad.

Interview

Applicants from India who have done well in the entrance examination will be invited to an interview at the College in mid-June. Up to 40 students will be finally selected for the Print Media stream, up to 30 for New Media, and up to 30 for the Television stream and up to 15 for the Radio stream.

Last Date for Submission of Application form is April 30, 2008

Application Procedure

The application form may either be submitted ONLINE or DOWNLOADED and completed.

In either case, please make sure you send the following:

Demand Draft in favour of "Media Development Foundation", payable at Chennai for Rs. 1000/- (Rupees One Thousand Only); with your full name and address written on the back of the DD.

Note: Candidates are required to indicate, in their completed application, the media stream they wish to specialise in.

Application Form will be processed only on receipt of the Demand draft. Final Results will be announced in the fourth week of June 2008.for online or download of apllication visit-http://www.asianmedia.org.in/

Thursday, March 13, 2008

Eligibility:For MBBS: A pass in 12th standard with a minimum of 60% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English from any State Board, CBSE or equivalent.

For BDS: A pass in 12th standard with a minimum of 60% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English from any State Board, CBSE or equivalent.

For BAMS: A pass in 12th standard with a minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology from any State Board, CBSE or equivalent.

For B.Sc. Nursing: A pass in 12th standard with a minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English. from any State Board, CBSE or equivalent.

For B.Pharm: A pass in 12th standard with a minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English. from any State Board, CBSE or equivalent.

Age: Only those candidates whose date of birth falls on or before 31st December 1991, i.e. at least 17 years of age as on 31st December 2008, but have not crossed the age of 25 years as on that date, are eligible to apply. Date of birth as recorded in the 10th standard / school leaving certificate will be taken as authentic.

Application procedure: Application form and Prospectus can be obtained

On payment of cash for Rs.1000/- for MBBS/ BDS/ BAMS and Rs.500/- for B.Sc. Nursing/B.Pharm. from Dhanalakshmi Bank Ltd. And South Indian Bank Ltd. Branches.

Candidate for admission to B. Arch should have taken NATA Examination and secured 40% marks minimum. They need not take the PMU Entrance Test. However, candidates for B. Arch may send their filled-in applications downloadable from the website with an application fee of Rs.500/-

A pass in 10+2 examination with Mathematics and Physics as compulsory subjects, with one of the following subjects: Chemistry/ Biotechnology/ Computer Science/ Biology.

B. Arch:

50% marks aggregate in the qualifying examination, namely 10+2 or 10+3 Diploma or IB Diploma and 40% marks in NATA.

Age: Should have completed 17 Years as on July 2008

ME/ M. Tech:

A pass in bachelor Degree or equivalent in the relevant area of specialization.

MBA:

A pass in any bachelor Degree, the candidates for MBA should, in addition to PMUET, appear for Group Discussion and Interview.

MCA:

A pass in any Degree with Maths as a subject in HSC or any Degree with Maths as a subject or equivalent. (For more details on eligibility to all PG, B. Arch and other programmes and NRI admissions please refer to the Website: www.pmu.edu).

Application for Entrance Test:

Applications can be downloaded from the University Website or had from the University campus at Vallam Thanjavur or its information Centres at the addresses given at the bottom* or from any core banking service branch of Indian Overseas Bank by paying an Application cum-Examination fee of Rs.750/-. The filled in application must be sent to the Admissions Co-ordinator, accompanied by two passport sized attested photographs, a copy of the IOB Bank Challan, or a crossed Indian Postal Order for Rs.750/- payable to the Registrar PMU at Vallam Thanjavur and a self addressed envelope.

Test Centres (Region-wise):

In addition to the Centre at the Campus of PMU, test will be conducted in the following centres:

(Note: more centres may be added and some may be dropped depending on the response). The details of the actual centre for the test will be mentioned in the Hall Ticket, which will be sent to the individual candidate by post. Those who do not receive the Hall Tickets 7 days ahead of the test, can contact the Admission Co-ordinator.

Candidates appearing or have appeared for the qualifying examinations, can also apply.

Admit card available on site April 25, 2008 Friday to May 3rd, 2008 Saturday

Symbiosis Entrance Test May 3rd, 2008 Saturday

Design Test: 9:30 am to 12:00 pm General Test: 2:00 pm to 4.30 pm

Result of SET 2007 May 19, 2008 Monday

Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) is a common written test for the admission processes of undergraduate institutes of Symbiosis International University [SIU] established under section 3 of the UGC Act 1956 vide notification No.F.9.12/2001 U.3 of the Govt. of India. Subsequently ten more Institutes of Symbiosis have been brought under the ambit of Symbiosis International University vide notification No.F.9.12/2006-U.3 (A).

It is a mandatory written test for the admission process for the undergraduate programmes of these Symbiosis institutes. However, it is only the first step. Each Symbiosis institute has its independent selection process.

Tuesday, March 11, 2008

Executive Education Programme in Marketing (eEPM) is conceived with the idea of providing specialized learning in the specific business function. Delivered through interactive distance learning, the programme offers a range of foundation, advanced and interactive courses in the specific functional area for working executives aiming to build specialized competency in Marketing Management.

ProgrammeTitle

Participants of the eEPM, on successful completion of the six month programme, would be awarded the title “Advanced Certificate in Marketing” by IIMK.

Programme Objectives

The objective of the executive Education Programme in Marketing (eEPM) is to build upon participants’ existing skills in sales and marketing and provide classical and contemporary marketing decision frameworks. Also, to inculcate scientific approach to marketing practices and sharing of advanced knowledge in the area of sales, marketing and customer management.

Eligibility & Participants

The entry to eEPM is restricted to graduates/CA/ICWA having at least five years of work experience. The participants of these programs form an interesting mix of working professionals ranging from executive wise president to executive from varied backgrounds like IT, Human Resources, Marketing, Banking, Financial Services and Manufacturing.

Selection

The selection is based on scrutiny of applications and interviews through IOL platform.

Admission of successful eMEP participants to eEPM:

Successful graduates of IIMK’s eMEP applying for eEPM are not required to undergo interview process. They may be selected based on their performances in eMEP and their application form.

Program Structure

Spread over six months, it covers fundamental, competency related and integrative courses, structured to be delivered in about 225 hours. The 12 courses offered are meant to impart management knowledge and skills to the participants covering the latest concepts and techniques in the specific functional area of business. Faculty from IIMK and distinguished visiting faculty from reputed academic institutions and industry handle these courses.

The fees do not include the expenses of travel and stay in Kozhikode for the compulsory modules conducted at the IIMK Campus in Kozhikode for one week at the starting of the Programme.

The fees can be paid in the following schedule:Installment 1 On or before April 25, 2008 Rs. 46,250/- (towards Programme fee component) + Rs. 15,000/- (towards charges for books, LMS, etc)

Installment 2 On or before July 25, 2008 Rs. 40,000/-

Mode of PaymentAll payments to the Institute shall be in the form of demand draft only. The DD should be issued in favour of Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode payable at Calicut. Please write your name at the back of the DD.

Important Dates

Last date for submitting the filled up application form : March 15, 2008Interview on the technology platform (tentative) : March 25- March 30List of selected candidates released on IIMK Website : April 5, 2008Enrollment and payment of First Installment of the fees : April 25, 2008Classes commence : May 5, 2008

Monday, March 10, 2008

Post Graduate Diploma Course in Securities Law. The Government Law College (GLC), Mumbai, recognizing the growing importance of India's capital markets and in keeping with its pioneering role in Indian legal education, in its third year, offers a one year Post Graduate Diploma Course in Securities Law.

Who should apply? The course, which is the first such comprehensive one-year securities law course in India, is intended not only for practicing and aspiring securities lawyers and teachers of securities law, but also for corporate and self-employed non-legal professionals with a working knowledge of securities markets such as those from securities exchanges, financial institutions, investment banks, brokerage firms, mutual funds,asset management companies, private equity and venture capital funds, law firms, government and regulatory agencies. Admission will be open to candidates with a Bachelor's Degree from any faculty of the Mumbai University, or with a corresponding equivalent degree from any other University. Basic knowledge in corporate laws is a pre-requisite. The course will admit a maximum of sixty students.

How will the distinguished faculty make this opportunity unique?panel of distinguished securities law practitioners from Mumbai's legal fraternity and from the regulatory bodies such as the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and Reserve Bank of India (RBI), has assisted in designing the course. As visiting faculty they will play a major role in presenting the course. Students will benefit from the panel's indepth knowledge of Indian and international securities law, broad range of professional perspectives and invaluable practical first-hand experience.

What will it cost? The fees for the course is Rs. 20,500 (Rupees Twenty Thousand Five Hundred only). Assessment The assessment format for the course is as follows: Seminar Presentations 100 marks Research Based Assignments 100 marks Paper-1 (comprising of module nos. 2&5) 100 marks Paper-2 (comprising of module nos. 1&3) 100 marks Paper-3 (comprising of module nos. 4,6,7 & 8) 100 marks Total 500 marks The written examination will consist of three papers (Paper-1, Paper-2 and Paper-3) each of three hours duration. Student’s submission including research papers and presentations will be the property of the Securities Law Course. The Government Law College shall have copyright on the same. A candidate will need to obtain at least 50% marks in each of the above heads and an aggregate of 50% in order to pass and be awarded a Certificate of Diploma. First class would be awarded to all those who secure 60% as an overall aggregate. Those students failing the Securities Law Course assignments / presentations / papers in a particular year will be given only one attempt in the following year to re-sit the same.

TWO YEARS POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME IN RADIOTHERAPY TECHNOLOGY(Recognized by Govt. of Maharashtra)

Two Years “Post Graduate Diploma in Radiotherapy Technology” recognized by Govt. of Maharashtra will be conducted at this Hospital commencing from 01.07.2008 Academic year 2008. This is a comprehensive course with full-time schedule of lectures, demonstrations, practical and clinical experience in the delivery of Radiation therapy. The course is designed to develop personnel to use modern Radiotherapy equipments like Cobalt Units, Linear Accelerators, Simulators, Brachytherapy systems and Mould-room facilities in cancer treatment.

AGE LIMIT Between 18 and 25 years. Relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates.

DURATION 2 Years NON - SPONSORED A stipend @ Rs.2000/-p.m. will be during the training. Candidates will be required to execute a Bond to serve the Tata Memorial Hospital for a period of 1 year on a remuneration @ Rs.4000/-p.m after successful completion of the training. Annual College tuition fee will be charged Rs.2000/- only.

SPONSORED National candidates sponsored from Cancer Centres / Hospitals for training will not be paid any stipend or will not need to honour a bond. A training fee of Rs.2000/- p.m. will be charged.

INTERNATIONAL All International candidates will be charged a training fee of Rs. 2500/- p.m. without bond.

The candidate has to pay examination fees to Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education (MSBTE) every year, as applicable.

Selection will be based on the evaluation which comprises of performance in the interview and the marks obtained in qualifying examinations. Having mere basic qualifying marks will not fulfill the right for admission to this course.

Selected candidates from outside Mumbai may be provided with hostel accommodation, only if they are available during training period on payment as applicable. The same candidates will be allowed to avail cafeteria facility, the charges of which will be paid by the candidates as applicable. In addition, the candidates are required to keep Rs. 2000/- as diet deposit and Rs. 1000/- as library deposit, as per rules of the Centre.

Candidates who are found to consistently perform below established standards will be terminated from the Program after due process.

Eligible candidates may send their application in the proforma given below alongwith a recent passport size photograph affixed on right hand top corner with attested copies of educational qualifications, age and also, a non refundable Demand Draft of Rs. Rs.100/-(Rs.25/- for SC/ST candidates) in favour of “Tata Memorial Hospital, Parel, Mumbai” on or before 25.03.2008 to Office of the Dean, IV floor, Room No. 215, Service Block, Tata Memorial Hospital, Dr. Ernest Borges Marg, Parel, Mumbai – 400 012.

During the period of training, the Trainee shall not apply for any post or any other courses / P.G. studies / Scholarship or appear for any examination or interview outside.

Sunday, March 9, 2008

This is an advanced course in biotechnology which offers industry-focused interdisciplinary training with hands-on training in molecular biology and microbiology, immunology, biochemistry etc. The course will equip students with technical knowledge and skills relevant to pharmaceutical, health-care, agro, food and other biotech related industries, corporate R & D and environmental sectors, research institutions and regulatory agencies.

Copies of the Degree Certificate / Provisional Certificate / Final Year Mark list duly attested by a Class 1 / Gazetted Officer. Two copies of recent passport sized color photographs. In case of diploma holders, a letter from the current employer as per the proforma given in the prospectus and experience certificate from the previous employer(s) (if any), totalling a minimum of 3 years work experience need to be enclosed. You will need to download Adobe AcrobatReader.

All fees are payable either in cash (at Welingkar Counter) or by Demand Draft drawn in the name of "Welingkar Institute of Management" payable at Mumbai. No outstation cheques will be accepted. Study material for each semester will be sent subject to the payment of installmets/fees.

Cancellation of Admission

You can cancel your admission within 60 days from the date of your registration by forwarding a written application to the institute and returning your ID card.

Refund of Fees

Rs.3500/- would be deducted and the balance course fees would be refunded to the student within a period of maximum 60 days, from the date of admission. There will be no refund of course fees after 60 days for any mode of payment (i.e. One time payment of 2 years fees or fees paid annually).

Methodology

Course Material

Welingkar will dispatch specially designed study materials to the students each semester. Each study material book contains a list of suggested readings that the students can go through to enhance their understanding of the subject.

The medium of instruction is English.

E-Learning Toolkit Support

in addition to printed study materials, students get "E-Learning Toolkit" support through website. The e-learning toolkit contains Summary, PPT as well as skill builder modules for every chapter of each subject.This facility is available free of cost to the students.The students are advised to make optimum use of the same.

Personal Contact Programmes

Welingkar will conduct Personal Contact Programmes for first and second semester students four times a year prior to the mid term as well as end semester examinations for the first year. Presently, the contact programmes are conducted at Mumbai Only. The Personal Contact Program will last for about 6 days each semester. During this period, a minimum of 7 hours per subject will be covered in a classroom environment. During PCP, entire portion is not covered, but major concepts are explained. The PCP is optional but highly recommended since they encourage peer interaction amongst the students and provide opportunity to clarify doubts related to the curriculum.

The fees for the PCP`s have to be paid at the time of admission only. (Rs. 300 per subject). In case the student desires to join later on, the late fee will be Rs. 400/- per subject.